Ava Innes Journal

Did you know that lavender has been used all over the world for hundreds of years as a therapeutic treatment for ailments including stings, burns, anxiety and as a mild sedative? Recent scientific studies has found evidence to suggest lavenders...

This week 2nd - 8th May is National Gardening week, organized by The Royal Horticultural Society since 2012. This year’s theme is The Joy of Gardening.   As we have been talking about menopause, it seems logical to thinking about the...

During our research into a good night’s sleep, we have noticed specific challenges faced by many women as they reach the ages of 40-50.  The journey from peri-menopause to post-menopause can be so varied from woman to woman, although we are...

At Ava Innes we strive to provide the best sustainable UK made luxury bedding and sleep accessories, with sleep, cashmere and sustainability at the centre of the brand. We continue to refine our product range ensuring that all products keep...

From the beginning, Ava Innes’s ethos is 'doing good, by doing better' and continues to be the corner stone of every decision we make. What do we mean by this?   It is simply about making conscious choices to do the...

Raising additional investment whilst growing a business is an essential skill for any entrepreneur - from outside investors to commercial partners, banks and local authorities, in the current climate, the funding mix has to be more diverse than ever. Having...

We are delighted to share some very exciting news. Our unique duvets have been recognised as a new invention by the Intellectual Property Office. The Intellectual Property Office have granted Joan Johnston the Patent for the invention of a new...

At the end of last year, we were delighted to reveal that Ava Innes was shortlisted for the prestigious International Design & Architecture Awards 2020. Specifically the Ava Innes unique cashmere duvets, filled with the perfect blend of cashmere guard...

At Ava Innes, we are passionate about sleep, cashmere and sustainability. More than ever we recognise that people will be experiencing disturbances to sleep caused by the difficult situation we are all in. We believe that good nature can help....

We are all aware of the impact that a bad night’s sleep can have - feeling tired above all else which leads to lack of concentration, irritability and low motivation to complete daily tasks.  Losing valuable sleep over a longer...

According to the Sleep Council 40% of people in the UK suffer from lack of sleep. Over 100 sleep disorders have now been professionally diagnosed, of which insomnia is the most common. The importance and benefits of sleep have long been underestimated by many.

This month during our research into sleep quality we have been focusing on the challenges faced by many women as they are transitioning into middle age. The journey from perimenopause to post-menopause can be so varied from woman to woman,...

At Ava Innes we want our customers to experience the benefits of a good night’s sleep. Over the coming weeks we will be sharing what we have learned on our journey into the world of sleep. To begin with let’s...

Cashmere is a natural fibre which comes from cashmere goats that mainly live in Central and East Asia. During winter, cashmere goats grow super-insulating coats that keep them warm in very chilly climates and when spring comes around, they naturally...

We are delighted that The Sunday Times recognised Ava Innes for our cashmere bedding collection, made in Britain on Sunday 15th March 20, in Interiors : the best furniture and accessories by British makers, crafters and designers.

Britain’s best-selling Kitchens Bedrooms & Bathrooms magazine has featured us in their Jan’2020 issue. This issue has a wonderful focus on Sustainable Living, which is reflected in our own ethos. We are delighted to have been recommended in the article promoting luxury sustainable products.

The London Design Festival has been a favourite of ours for many years. We are delighted to be launching AVA INNES at the London Design Fair on 19th-22nd September 2019, Truman Brewery, Stand 10.42. Do come and see us. There...

Ava Innes grew out of a number of things: a growing awareness of climate change; a need to make better use of our natural resources and having spent over 20 years working with global luxury brands, I wanted to utilise my experience in the luxury textiles industry to do something positive.